Bobbie Jean Linkous Ferguson

Bobbie Jean Linkous Ferguson peacefully passed into eternal life on May 14, 2016. She was a beautiful and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister and friend with a warm smile, and a kind and generous heart. Bobbie was a gifted artist and an inspiration to all who knew her. She was born in Clintwood, VA in 1935 to John E. "Blue" and Maxie Linkous, and was predeceased by her parents, as well as one brother, John E. Linkous, Jr. and her ex-husband, Charlie D. Ferguson. Bobbie Jean, as she was known in her early years, moved to Pulaski, VA and graduated from Madison College before settling in Lynchburg, VA to raise her family. Later in life, Nanny moved to Williamsburg, VA to be closer to her children and grandchildren. Left to cherish her memories are her children, Charlie D. Ferguson, Jr., Lisa Garner (Kevin), Julie Russell (Stephen); her brothers, Tom Linkous (Rhea), Freddie Linkous (Leta); Sister in Law, Shirley Linkou; cousins, Judy Davenport, Mary Ferguson, as well as many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. Nanny was a treasured grandmother to Carolyn Harris (Tim), Charlie D. Ferguson III (Wendy), Robin Wallace (Andrew), Jeff Martin (Stephanie), Kris Martin (Erin), and Patrick Russell. The youngest loves of her life were her great grandchildren, Lilia Grace, Charlie IV, Sydney, Ian, Savannah, Scarlett, Riley, and Kole. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 5:30 pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Road, Williamsburg, VA followed by visitation with the family from 6-8pm. For those who wish to make donations, we request they be made in her honor to the Hospice House of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Pkwy., Williamsburg, VA 23188, who compassionately assisted during her last days, or the Homebound Delivery Service of the Williamsburg Regional Library, 7770 Croaker Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188, who provided Mom with endless books on tape that she so enjoyed. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.nelsencares.com. Arrangements under the direction of Nelsen Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA.